Q4218 Surgicord per square centimeters
Also known as: Surgicord, umbilical cord tissue, cord allograft
Surgicord is a decellularized umbilical cord tissue allograft used for wound coverage and tissue repair, supplied per square centimeter.
In Plain Language
umbilical cord tissue patch; biological cord material
Clinical Context
Applied for chronic wounds, surgical wounds, and tissue repair. Provides growth factors and extracellular matrix for healing.
RVU Information
CPT Q4218 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Q-codes are temporary HCPCS codes used when no permanent code exists. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer and region. Document the clinical indication and medical necessity. These codes may be replaced by permanent codes in future HCPCS updates.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code Q4218?
CPT Q4218 (Surgicord per square centimeters) is a Q Codes code. Surgicord is a decellularized umbilical cord tissue allograft used for wound coverage and tissue repair, supplied per square centimeter.
Is Q4218 covered by insurance?
Q4218 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Applied for chronic wounds, surgical wounds, and tissue repair. Provides growth factors and extracellular matrix for healing.
When is CPT Q4218 used?
Applied for chronic wounds, surgical wounds, and tissue repair. Provides growth factors and extracellular matrix for healing.
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